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Walters B, Midwinter I, Chew-Graham CA, Jordan KP, Sharma G, Chappell LC, Crosbie EJ, Parwani P, Mamas MA, Wu P. Pregnancy-Associated Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Mayo Clin Proc Innov Qual Outcomes 2024; 8:188-199. [PMID: 38524280 PMCID: PMC10957385 DOI: 10.1016/j.mayocpiqo.2024.02.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/26/2024] Open
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This study aimed to systematically evaluate and quantify the risk of adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes in patients with pregnancy-associated cancer (PAC). This study was conducted from February 13, 2021, through July 24, 2023. A systematic search of MEDLINE, Embase, Web of Science Core Collection, Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials was conducted to identify studies reporting outcomes for patients with PAC. The study was registered on PROSPERO. Two reviewers independently conducted screening, data extraction, and quality assessment. The associations were quantified using random-effects meta-analysis. The initial search produced 29,401 titles and abstracts, after which 147 unique full-text articles were screened, of which 22 articles with 59,190 pregnancies with PAC from 70,097,167 births were included in the meta-analysis. Women with PAC were at significantly increased risk of cesarean deliveries (risk ratio [RR], 1.58; 95% CI, 1.31-1.89), preterm birth (RR, 3.07; 95% CI, 2.37-3.98), venous thromboembolism (RR, 6.76; 95% CI, 5.08-8.99), and maternal death (RR, 41.58; 95% CI, 20.38-84.83). The only outcome with reduced risk was instrumental mode of delivery (RR, 0.67; 95% CI, 0.52-0.87). Pregnancy-associated cancer increases risk of adverse outcomes, including a 7-fold risk of venous thromboembolism and a 42-fold risk of maternal death. Further research is required to better understand the mechanisms leading to these adverse outcomes, especially for women who are not diagnosed until the postpartum period. Affected women should have counseling regarding their increased risk of adverse outcomes.
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- Ben Walters
- Academic Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Royal Stoke Hospital, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
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- Academic Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Royal Stoke Hospital, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
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- School of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Keele University, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
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- School of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Keele University, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
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- Division of Cardiology, Johns Hopkins Ciccarone Center for Prevention of Cardiovascular Diseases, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
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- School of Life Course Sciences, King’s College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, St Mary’s Hospital, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester Academic Health Science Centre, Manchester, United Kingdom
- Division of Cancer Sciences, School of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, University of Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, Loma Linda University Health, Loma Linda, CA
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- School of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Keele University, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
- Keele Cardiovascular Research Group, Centre for Prognosis Research, School of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Keele University, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
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- Academic Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Royal Stoke Hospital, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
- Keele Cardiovascular Research Group, Centre for Prognosis Research, School of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Keele University, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
- Academic Department of Cardiology, Royal Stoke Hospital, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, College of Medicine, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan
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Capozza MA, Romano A, Mastrangelo S, Attinà G, Maurizi P, Costa S, Vento G, Scambia G, Ruggiero A. Neonatal outcomes and follow-up of children born to women with pregnancy-associated cancer: a prospective observational study. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2024; 24:24. [PMID: 38172776 PMCID: PMC10763329 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-023-06182-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2023] [Accepted: 12/07/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND During the last decade, there has been a growing number of cases of children born from pregnancy-associated cancer (PAC), however there are currently insufficient data on the follow up to be observed in this category of newborns. Objective of the study was to evaluate the neonatal outcomes of infants born to mother with PAC, the potential adverse effect of chemotherapy during pregnancy and the risk of metastasis to the fetus. METHODS Maternal clinical data and neonatal outcomes of child born to mothers diagnosed with PAC were collected; infants were divided into those were and were not exposed to chemotherapy during fetal life and their outcomes were compered. RESULTS A total of 37 newborn infants from 36 women with PAC were analyzed. Preterm delivery occurred in 83.8% of the cases. No significant differences in neonatal outcomes were found between infants who were and were not exposed to chemotherapy during pregnancy. The median follow-up period was 12 months. CONCLUSIONS PAC treatment during the second or third trimester does not seem to be dangerous for the fetus, however infants born from PAC must be carefully evaluated for to rule out the consequences of chemotherapy and exclude the presence of metastasis. Long-term follow-up, especially in children exposed to chemotherapy, should be encouraged to obtain relevant data on long-term toxicity.
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- Michele Antonio Capozza
- Pediatric Oncology Unit, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Pediatric Oncology Unit, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Pediatric Oncology Unit, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
- Dipartimento Scienze Della Salute Della Donna, del Bambino E Di Sanità Pubblica, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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- Pediatric Oncology Unit, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Pediatric Oncology Unit, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
- Dipartimento Scienze Della Salute Della Donna, del Bambino E Di Sanità Pubblica, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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- Neonatology Unit, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Neonatology Unit, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
- Dipartimento Scienze Della Salute Della Donna, del Bambino E Di Sanità Pubblica, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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- Gynecologic Oncology Unit, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
- Dipartimento Scienze Della Salute Della Donna, del Bambino E Di Sanità Pubblica, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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- Pediatric Oncology Unit, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy.
- Dipartimento Scienze Della Salute Della Donna, del Bambino E Di Sanità Pubblica, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy.
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Prognosis, counseling, and indications for termination of pregnancy. Abdom Radiol (NY) 2022; 48:1612-1617. [PMID: 36538080 DOI: 10.1007/s00261-022-03772-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2022] [Revised: 12/06/2022] [Accepted: 12/07/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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As the coincidence of pregnancy and cancer rise, clinicians must be prepared to counsel their patients on the complex relationship between maternal and fetal health. In most types of cancer, maternal prognosis mirrors that of non-pregnant women. However, challenges associated with the timing of diagnosis and treatment can present additional risks. Consequently, pregnant cancer patients must be counseled early and effectively with regard to how their pregnancy status affects treatment options and the range of expected outcomes for both mother and fetus. Some patients choose to terminate pregnancy after such counseling, though the specific course of action depends on the cancer in question, the stage at diagnosis, and the personal priorities and values of the patient.
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Transplacental Passage and Fetal Effects of Antineoplastic Treatment during Pregnancy. Cancers (Basel) 2022; 14:cancers14133103. [PMID: 35804875 PMCID: PMC9264939 DOI: 10.3390/cancers14133103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2022] [Revised: 06/07/2022] [Accepted: 06/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Simple Summary In this paper we perform an introduction about pregnancy-associated cancer (PAC) and transplacental passage of antineoplastic agents. Furthermore, we describe therapeutic use and potential toxic effects of chemotherapeutic drug (alkylating agents, antimetabolites agents, anthracyclines, topoisomerase inhibitors, antimitotic agents, actinomycin-D, bleomycin) and targeted agents during pregnancy. This manuscript may be a useful and practical guide for the management of PAC, which is a challenge for clinicians that have to consider alike maternal benefits and fetal potential risks correlated to the antineoplastic treatment. Abstract The incidence of PAC is relatively infrequent among pregnant women. However, it has gradually increased in recent years, becoming a challenging area for clinicians that should take into account in the same way maternal benefits and fetal potential risks correlated to the antineoplastic treatment. None of the antineoplastic drugs is completely risk-free during the pregnancy, the timing of exposure and transplacental transfer properties influence the toxicity of the fetus. Despite the lack of guidelines about the management of PAC, several studies have described the use and the potential fetal and neonatal adverse events of antineoplastic drugs during pregnancy. We provide a review of the available literature about the transplacental passage and fetal effects of chemotherapy and targeted agents, to guide the clinicians in the most appropriate choices for the management of PAC.
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[Diagnosis and treatment of acute leukemia during pregnancy]. ZHONGHUA XUE YE XUE ZA ZHI = ZHONGHUA XUEYEXUE ZAZHI 2022; 43:82-86. [PMID: 35232003 PMCID: PMC8980671 DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.issn.0253-2727.2022.01.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Safi N, Saunders C, Anazodo A, Dickinson JE, Boyle F, Ives A, Wang A, Li Z, Sullivan E. Clinical Decision Making in the Management of Breast Cancer Diagnosed During Pregnancy: A Review and Case Series Analysis. J Adolesc Young Adult Oncol 2021; 11:245-251. [PMID: 34813371 DOI: 10.1089/jayao.2021.0054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Purpose: To highlight the various options available for the management of breast cancer diagnosed during pregnancy by describing the investigations, treatment, and outcomes in relation to these women. Methods: This is a narrative review of the literature to describe the issues related to pregnancy and obstetric management in patients with breast cancer. It incorporates a description of six cases of women (aged 29-39 years) with a first-time diagnosis of breast cancer during pregnancy to illustrate a number of issues that need to be considered during different trimesters. Results: Of the six cases, two were diagnosed in each pregnancy trimester. A painless breast mass was the presenting symptom in five cases (83%). In all cases, breast ultrasound was the primary diagnostic imaging procedure. Chest X-ray was performed in 3 (50%) and computed tomography in 2 (33%). A core needle biopsy was performed in all cases, and sentinel lymph node biopsy in 3 (50%) cases. Four women had grade 3 tumor; five had estrogen receptor-positive tumors. Four women had breast surgery during pregnancy. Five women gave birth after the induction of labor and/or cesarean section. In all six cases, a multidisciplinary team was involved in the delivery of health care. Conclusion: Regular breast examinations are needed for all pregnant woman during prenatal visits. Breast ultrasonography should be offered if a breast lump or other symptoms are detected. Breast surgery can be safely performed during all pregnancy trimesters, and some systemic therapeutic agents can be administered safely in the second and third trimesters.
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- Nadom Safi
- School of Public Health, University of Technology Sydney, Broadway, New South Wales, Australia.,Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, New South Wales, Australia
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- Division of Surgery, Medical School, The University of Western Australia, Crawley, Western Australia, Australia
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- School of Women's and Children's Health, University of New South Wales, Randwick, New South Wales, Australia.,The Kids Cancer Centre, Sydney Children's Hospital, Sydney, Randwick, New South Wales, Australia.,Nelune Comprehensive Cancer Centre, Prince of Wales Hospital, Randwick, New South Wales, Australia
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- Division of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, The University of Western Australia, Crawley, Western Australia, Australia
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Camperdown, New South Wales, Australia.,Patricia Ritchie Centre for Cancer Care & Research, Mater Hospital, North Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Division of Surgery, Medical School, The University of Western Australia, Crawley, Western Australia, Australia
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- School of Public Health, University of Technology Sydney, Broadway, New South Wales, Australia
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- Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Public Health, University of Technology Sydney, Broadway, New South Wales, Australia.,Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, New South Wales, Australia
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Pregnancy-associated lymphoma (PAL) is an uncommon entity that lacks detailed prospective data. It poses significant management challenges that incorporate maternal and fetal risks associated with treatment or delayed intervention. Herein, we review the current literature for the diagnosis, management, and supportive care strategies for PAL. RECENT FINDINGS Establishment of a multidisciplinary team, including hematology-oncology, maternal-fetal medicine, and neonatology, is critical in the management of PAL. For staging, ultrasound and MRI are preferred modalities with use of computerized tomography in select situations. Data for the safety and effectiveness of therapy for PAL is largely based on retrospective studies. The timing of lymphoma-directed antenatal systemic therapy depends on the trimester, gestational age, lymphoma subtype and aggressiveness, and patient wishes. Therapy in the first trimester is usually not advocated, while treatment in the second and third trimesters appears to result in similar outcomes for PAL compared with non-pregnant patients with lymphoma. An overarching goal in most PAL cases should be to plan for delivery at term (i.e., gestational age > 37 weeks). For supportive care, most antiemetics, including agents such as neurokinin-1 receptor antagonists, have been used safely during pregnancy. For prevention or treatment of infections, particular antibiotics (i.e., macrolides, cephalosporins, penicillins, metronidazole), antivirals (i.e., acyclovir, valacyclovir, famciclovir), and antifungals (amphotericin B) have demonstrated safety and with use of growth factors reserved for treatment of neutropenia (vs. primary prophylaxis). Therapy for PAL should be individualized with goals of care that balance maternal and fetal well-being, which should include a multidisciplinary care team and overall intent for term delivery in most cases.
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Cancer complicates 1 in 1000 pregnancies. Multidisciplinary consensus comprised of Gynecologic Oncology, Pathology, Neonatology, Radiology, Anesthesiology, Maternal Fetal Medicine, and Social Work should be convened. Pregnancy provides an opportunity for cervical cancer screening, with deliberate delays in treatment permissible for early stage carcinoma. Vaginal delivery is contraindicated in the presence of gross lesion(s) and radical hysterectomy with lymphadenectomy at cesarean delivery is recommended. Women with locally advanced and metastatic/recurrent disease should commence treatment at diagnosis with chemoradiation and systemic therapy, respectively; neoadjuvant chemotherapy to permit gestational advancement may be considered in select cases. Most adnexal masses are benign and resolve by the second trimester. Persistent, asymptomatic, benign-appearing masses can be managed conservatively; surgery, if indicated, is best deferred to 15-20 weeks, with laparoscopy preferable over laparotomy whenever possible. Benign and malignant germ cell tumors and borderline tumors are occasionally encountered, with unilateral adnexectomy and preservation of the uterus and contralateral ovary being the rule. Epithelial ovarian cancer is exceedingly rare. Ultrasonography and magnetic resonance imaging lack ionizing radiation and can be employed to evaluate disease extent. Tumor markers, including CA-125, AFP, LDH, inhibin-B, and even CEA and ßhCG may be informative. If required, chemotherapy can be administered following organogenesis during the second and third trimesters. Because platinum and other anti-neoplastic agents cross the placenta, chemotherapy should be withheld after 34 weeks to avoid neonatal myelosuppression. Bevacizumab, immune checkpoint inhibitors, and PARP inhibitors should be avoided throughout pregnancy. Although antenatal glucocorticoids to facilitate fetal pulmonary maturation and amniotic fluid index assessment can be considered, there is no demonstrable benefit of tocolytics, antepartum fetal heart rate monitoring, and/or amniocentesis. Endometrial, vulvar, and vaginal cancer in pregnancy are curiosities, although leiomyosarcoma and the dreaded twin fetus/hydatidiform mole have been reported. For gynecologic malignancies, pregnancy does not impart aggressive clinical behavior and/or worse prognosis.
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- Travis-Riley K Korenaga
- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, University of California, Irvine Medical Center, Orange, CA, USA
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- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, University of California, Irvine Medical Center, Orange, CA, USA.
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Yp Z, J D, Xw Z, J L, Y S. Maternal and neonatal outcomes of cancer during pregnancy: a multi-center observational study. J Cancer 2019; 10:5727-5734. [PMID: 31737109 PMCID: PMC6843891 DOI: 10.7150/jca.33746] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2019] [Accepted: 08/12/2019] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Cancer during pregnancy has increased because of the increased maternal age at the time of the first pregnancy and/or second child policy in China. The main purpose of the study is to report the existing data concerning the maternal and children's outcomes in pregnant women complicating cancer. In this multi-center, prospective cohort study, we compared women diagnosed with cancer during pregnancy and their children with matched women without cancer diagnoses. The primary outcomes were maternal and children's mortalities, as well as the Ages and Stages Questionnaires-3(ASQ) of children. A total of 80,524 pregnant women were screened. Of whom 83(0.1%) were diagnosed with cancer during pregnancy. Death occurs in 42.2% (35/83) women during follow-up. During pregnancy, 24 women terminated pregnancy before 28 weeks and among this 8(33.3%) died. Ten women received chemotherapy and 49 did not receive chemotherapy. Compared with the matched controls, there were less incidences of premature rupture of membrane (5.1% vs 35.6%, P=0.000) and more caesarean rates (84.7% vs 52.5%, P=0.001) and with higher pregnancy order (2.7±1.7 vs 2.0±1.0, P=0.007) in pregnant women with cancer. These women also had increased mortality compared with control group (45.8% vs 1.7%, P=0.000). Women who received chemotherapy had a statistically significant lower mortality rate when compared to the non-chemotherapy group (1:9 vs 26:23, P=0.016). However, there were no differences found in mortality of children and ASQ assessment between two groups. Chemotherapy may result in reduced mortality of women diagnosed with cancer during pregnancy, without affecting the mortality of children and ASQ-associated development.
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- Zhang Yp
- Department of Pediatrics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of the Third Military Medical University, Chongqing, 400037 China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the People's Hospital of Shapingba District, Chongqing, 400030, China
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- Department of Neonatology, Jiulongpo People's Hospital, Chongqing, 400024, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400014, China
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- China International Science and Technology Cooperation base of Child development and Critical Disorders; Chongqing Key Laboratory of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, 400014, P.R China
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Incidence of Neonatal Neutropenia, Leukopenia, and Anemia After In Utero Exposure to Chemotherapy For Maternal Cancer. Am J Clin Oncol 2019; 42:810-811. [DOI: 10.1097/coc.0000000000000595] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Eastwood-Wilshere N, Turner J, Oliveira N, Morton A. Cancer in Pregnancy. Asia Pac J Clin Oncol 2019; 15:296-308. [PMID: 31436920 DOI: 10.1111/ajco.13235] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2019] [Accepted: 07/22/2019] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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Cancer in pregnancy may be increasing in incidence with advancing maternal age and higher rates of obesity. The diagnosis of cancer in pregnancy provokes complex management issues balancing short- and long-term risks for both mother and baby. Every case needs to be individualized, with a multidisciplinary team of midwives, obstetricians, oncologists, surgeons, radiation oncologists, and neonatologists assisting the family to make informed decisions regarding the best treatment course for the mother and baby. The present article reviews the evidence regarding the safety of diagnostic imaging, procedures and treatment modalities for cancer for the pregnant woman and fetus. The efficacy of novel anticancer therapies highlight the need for International Registries to accumulate safety data for these agents in pregnancy as expeditiously as possible.
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- Naomi Eastwood-Wilshere
- Department of Obstetric Medicine, Mater Health Brisbane, South Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Mater Health Brisbane, South Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Mater Health Brisbane, South Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Obstetric Medicine, Mater Health Brisbane, South Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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Incidence of Neonatal Neutropenia and Leukopenia After In Utero Exposure to Chemotherapy for Maternal Cancer. Am J Clin Oncol 2019; 42:351-354. [DOI: 10.1097/coc.0000000000000527] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Barzilai M, Avivi I, Amit O. Hematological malignancies during pregnancy. Mol Clin Oncol 2018; 10:3-9. [PMID: 30655971 DOI: 10.3892/mco.2018.1759] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2017] [Accepted: 06/26/2018] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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Hematological malignancy during pregnancy is a rare event, therefore most data on this issue is based on case studies, retrospective studies and expert opinion. The purpose of the present narrative review was to provide an overview of the diagnosis and recommended management of the most common hematological malignancies during pregnancy, based on current literature, with clinical cases, and discussion of the diagnostic and therapeutic options. The therapeutic consensus while coping with hematological malignancies in pregnancy is to salvage the mother, while trying to preserve pregnancy and avoid treatment-related-toxicity to the fetus. In most scenarios, particularly during late trimesters, the goal is to administer the same treatment as outside of pregnancy, if possible. Further research is needed for better evidence-based management.
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- Merav Barzilai
- Hematology and Hemato-Oncology Division, Tel Aviv Medical Center, Tel Aviv 6423906, Israel
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- Hematology and Hemato-Oncology Division, Tel Aviv Medical Center, Tel Aviv 6423906, Israel
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- Hematology and Hemato-Oncology Division, Tel Aviv Medical Center, Tel Aviv 6423906, Israel
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Vandenbroucke T, Verheecke M, Fumagalli M, Lok C, Amant F. Effects of cancer treatment during pregnancy on fetal and child development. THE LANCET CHILD & ADOLESCENT HEALTH 2017; 1:302-310. [PMID: 30169185 DOI: 10.1016/s2352-4642(17)30091-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2017] [Revised: 08/07/2017] [Accepted: 08/08/2017] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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It has become clear that, for specific cancers and under well defined circumstances, oncological treatment in pregnancy is possible. In this Review, we summarise the evidence on fetal, neonatal, short-term, and long-term effects of prenatal exposure to cancer treatment on the child. So far, outcomes of children are generally reassuring, but long-term follow-up is insufficient. The most important risks of chemotherapy during pregnancy are preterm birth and babies being small for gestational age. Chemotherapy in the first trimester is contraindicated because of an increased risk of congenital malformations. Studies on outcomes of children exposed to radiotherapy, targeted therapy, or hormonal therapy in pregnancy are scarce. Careful registration of women undergoing cancer treatment in pregnancy and long-term follow-up of their children are important. Comprehensive documentation of the mental and physical status of children exposed to cancer treatment in utero will allow physicians and parents to best decide whether to treat cancer during pregnancy.
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- Tineke Vandenbroucke
- Department of Oncology, KU Leuven-University of Leuven, Leuven, Belgium; Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Oncology, KU Leuven-University of Leuven, Leuven, Belgium; Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico Milano, Milan, Italy; Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Center Gynecologic Oncology, Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Netherlands Cancer Institute, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Department of Oncology, KU Leuven-University of Leuven, Leuven, Belgium; Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium; Center Gynecologic Oncology, Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Netherlands Cancer Institute, Amsterdam, Netherlands; Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
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Fracchiolla NS, Sciumè M, Dambrosi F, Guidotti F, Ossola MW, Chidini G, Gianelli U, Merlo D, Cortelezzi A. Acute myeloid leukemia and pregnancy: clinical experience from a single center and a review of the literature. BMC Cancer 2017. [PMID: 28645262 PMCID: PMC5481954 DOI: 10.1186/s12885-017-3436-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) accounts for more than two thirds of leukemia during pregnancy and has an incidence of 1 in 75,000 to 100,000. Its clinical management remains a challenging therapeutic task both for patient and medical team, given to the therapy-attributable risks for mother and fetus and the connected counseling regarding pregnancy continuation. METHODS We provided a review of updated literature and a comprehensive description of five maternal/fetal outcomes of AML cases diagnosed concomitantly to pregnancy and treated at our Institution from 2006 to 2012. RESULTS Median age at AML diagnosis was 32 years (31-39). One diagnosis was performed in first trimester and the patient asked for therapeutic abortion before starting chemotherapy. Three cases were diagnosed in second/third trimester; in one case leukemia was diagnosed concomitantly with intrauterine fetal death, while the remaining two patients continued pregnancy and delivered a healthy baby by cesarean section. In only one of these two cases chemotherapy was performed during pregnancy (at 24 + 5 weeks) and consisted of a combination of daunorubicine and cytarabine. Therapy was well tolerated and daily fetus monitoring was performed. After completion of 30 weeks of gestation a cesarean section was carried out; the newborn had an Apgar score of 5/1'-7/5'-9/10', oxygen therapy was temporarily given and peripheral counts displayed transient mild leukopenia. One patient had diagnosis of myelodysplastic syndrome rapidly progressed to AML after delivery. Four out of the 5 described women are currently alive and disease-free. Three children were born and long-term follow-up has shown normal growth and development. CONCLUSIONS The treatment of AML occurring during pregnancy is challenging and therapeutic decisions should be taken individually for each patient. Consideration must be given both to the immediate health of mother and fetus and to long-term infant health. Our series confirmed the literature data: fetal toxicity of cytostatic therapy clusters during the first trimester; while chemotherapy can be administered safely during second/third trimester and combination of daunorubicin and cytarabine is recommended for induction.
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- Nicola Stefano Fracchiolla
- Oncohematology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico and University of Milan, Via Francesco Sforza, 35, 20122, Milan, Italy.
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- Oncohematology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico and University of Milan, Via Francesco Sforza, 35, 20122, Milan, Italy
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- Gynecology and Obstetrics Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Via Francesco Sforza, 35, 20122, Milan, Italy
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- Oncohematology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico and University of Milan, Via Francesco Sforza, 35, 20122, Milan, Italy
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- Gynecology and Obstetrics Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Via Francesco Sforza, 35, 20122, Milan, Italy
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- Anesthesiology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico and University of Milan, Via Francesco Sforza, 35, 20122, Milan, Italy
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- Division of Pathology, Department of Pathophysiology and Transplantation, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico and University of Milan, Via Francesco Sforza, 35, 20122, Milan, Italy
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- Division of Pathology, Department of Pathophysiology and Transplantation, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico and University of Milan, Via Francesco Sforza, 35, 20122, Milan, Italy
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- Oncohematology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico and University of Milan, Via Francesco Sforza, 35, 20122, Milan, Italy
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Pinnix CC, Andraos TY, Milgrom S, Fanale MA. The Management of Lymphoma in the Setting of Pregnancy. Curr Hematol Malig Rep 2017; 12:251-256. [PMID: 28470380 PMCID: PMC5650107 DOI: 10.1007/s11899-017-0386-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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The diagnosis of lymphoma in pregnant patients poses a therapeutic challenge necessitating consideration of the developing fetus without compromise of therapy with curative potential for the mother. The decision to initiate therapy during pregnancy is heavily influenced by fetal, maternal, and disease-related factors, of which the most influential are the trimester at diagnosis, the stage, and aggressiveness of the disease and the presence of life-threatening symptoms. Recent data suggest that deferral of therapy until after the first trimester is desirable if it is perceived that postponement of therapy will not compromise maternal outcome. For some patients, delay of therapy to the postpartum period is feasible.
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- Chelsea C Pinnix
- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, Texas 77030
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, Texas 77030
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, Texas 77030
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- Department of Lymphoma/Myeloma, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, Texas 77030
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Garofalo S, Degennaro V, Salvi S, De Carolis M, Capelli G, Ferrazzani S, De Carolis S, Lanzone A. Perinatal outcome in pregnant women with cancer: are there any effects of chemotherapy? Eur J Cancer Care (Engl) 2016; 26. [DOI: 10.1111/ecc.12564] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/10/2016] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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- S. Garofalo
- High Risk Pregnancy Unit; Catholic University of Sacred Heart; Rome Italy
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- High Risk Pregnancy Unit; Catholic University of Sacred Heart; Rome Italy
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- High Risk Pregnancy Unit; Catholic University of Sacred Heart; Rome Italy
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- Division of Neonatology; Department of Pediatrics; Catholic University of Sacred Heart; Rome Italy
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- Department of Hygiene; University of Cassino; Cassino Italy
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- High Risk Pregnancy Unit; Catholic University of Sacred Heart; Rome Italy
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- High Risk Pregnancy Unit; Catholic University of Sacred Heart; Rome Italy
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- High Risk Pregnancy Unit; Catholic University of Sacred Heart; Rome Italy
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Farhadfar N, Cerquozzi S, Hessenauer MR, Litzow MR, Hogan WJ, Letendre L, Patnaik MM, Tefferi A, Gangat N. Acute leukemia in pregnancy: a single institution experience with 23 patients. Leuk Lymphoma 2016; 58:1052-1060. [PMID: 27562538 DOI: 10.1080/10428194.2016.1222379] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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Management of acute leukemia during pregnancy presents a considerable challenge. Herein, we review our experience of 23 patients diagnosed with acute leukemia; during pregnancy at the Mayo Clinic between 1962 and 2016. Ten (43.4%), seven (30.4%), and six (26.2%) patients were diagnosed in first, second, and third trimester, respectively. In approximately, 50% (n = 11) therapeutic terminations or spontaneous abortions occurred. Fifty percent (2/4) of patients diagnosed during either first or second trimester who delayed chemotherapy by greater than one week died during induction therapy. Eleven patients received chemotherapy while pregnant which led to four fetal losses and seven deliveries (five full-term and two preterm deliveries). No congenital malformations were reported. Eighteen patients (78%) achieved complete remission. At a median follow up of 55 months, seven patients (30%) remain alive. In summary, we provide a comprehensive description of maternal and fetal outcomes and insight into management of acute leukemia during pregnancy.
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- Nosha Farhadfar
- a Division of Hematology , Mayo Clinic College of Medicine , Rochester , MN , USA
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- a Division of Hematology , Mayo Clinic College of Medicine , Rochester , MN , USA
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- a Division of Hematology , Mayo Clinic College of Medicine , Rochester , MN , USA
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- a Division of Hematology , Mayo Clinic College of Medicine , Rochester , MN , USA
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- a Division of Hematology , Mayo Clinic College of Medicine , Rochester , MN , USA
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- a Division of Hematology , Mayo Clinic College of Medicine , Rochester , MN , USA
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- a Division of Hematology , Mayo Clinic College of Medicine , Rochester , MN , USA
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- a Division of Hematology , Mayo Clinic College of Medicine , Rochester , MN , USA
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- a Division of Hematology , Mayo Clinic College of Medicine , Rochester , MN , USA
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The diagnosis and management of hematologic malignancy during pregnancy is a significant challenge. This is due to both medical and ethical considerations regarding when and how to treat this special sub-group of patients. Recurring uncertainties remain around appropriate imaging techniques, timing and dosage of chemotherapy, and timing of delivery. In this article we examine and summarize current literature in this field to assist physicians in their understanding and management of this patient group. Special attention has been given to diagnostic and staging procedures, risks associated with chemotherapy at different stages of gestation, and chemotherapy-dose adaption during pregnancy. In addition, recommended guidelines for management of lymphoma, leukemia, and planning delivery are discussed. A multidisciplinary team approach is critical for patient care, as is shared decision making with the patient and family.
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Framarino-dei-Malatesta M, Perrone G, Giancotti A, Ventriglia F, Derme M, Iannini I, Tibaldi V, Galoppi P, Sammartino P, Cascialli G, Brunelli R. Epirubicin: a new entry in the list of fetal cardiotoxic drugs? Intrauterine death of one fetus in a twin pregnancy. Case report and review of literature. BMC Cancer 2015; 15:951. [PMID: 26673573 PMCID: PMC4682214 DOI: 10.1186/s12885-015-1976-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2015] [Accepted: 12/05/2015] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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Background Current knowledge indicate that epirubicin administration in late pregnancy is almost devoid of any fetal cardiotoxicity. We report a twin pregnancy complicated by breast cancer in which epirubicin administration was causatively linked to the death of one twin who was small for gestational age (SGA) and in a condition of oligohydramnios and determined the onset of a transient cardiotoxicity of the surviving fetus/newborn. Case presentation A 38-year-old caucasic woman with a dichorionic twin pregnancy was referred to our center at 20 and 1/7 weeks for a suspected breast cancer, later confirmed by the histopathology report. At 31 and 3/7 weeks, after the second chemotherapy cycle, ultrasound examination evidenced the demise of one twin while cardiac examination revealed a monophasic diastolic ventricular filling, i.e. a diastolic dysfunction of the surviving fetus who was delivered the following day due to the occurrence of grade II placental abruption. The role of epirubicin cardiotoxicity in the death of the first twin was supported by post-mortem cardiac and placental examination and by the absence of structural or genomic abnormalities that may indicate an alternative etiology of fetal demise. The occurrence of epirubicin cardiotoxicity in the surviving newborn was confirmed by the report of high levels of troponin and transient left ventricular septal hypokinesia. Conclusion Based on our findings we suggest that epirubicin administration in pregnancy should be preceded by the screening of some fetal conditions like SGA and oligohydramnios that may increase its cardiotoxicity and that, during treatment, the diastolic function of the fetal right ventricle should be specifically monitored by a pediatric cardiologist; also, epirubicin and desamethasone for lung maturation should not be closely administered since placental effects of glucocorticoids may increase epirubicin toxicity.
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- Department of Gynecologic Obstetrics and Urology Sciences, University of Rome "Sapienza", Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Gynecologic Obstetrics and Urology Sciences, University of Rome "Sapienza", Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Pediatrics, University of Rome "Sapienza", Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Gynecologic Obstetrics and Urology Sciences, University of Rome "Sapienza", Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Gynecologic Obstetrics and Urology Sciences, University of Rome "Sapienza", Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Gynecologic Obstetrics and Urology Sciences, University of Rome "Sapienza", Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Gynecologic Obstetrics and Urology Sciences, University of Rome "Sapienza", Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Surgery "Pietro Valdoni", University of Rome "Sapienza", Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Gynecologic Obstetrics and Urology Sciences, University of Rome "Sapienza", Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Gynecologic Obstetrics and Urology Sciences, University of Rome "Sapienza", Rome, Italy.
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The diagnosis of a gynecological malignancy during pregnancy is rare but not uncommon. Cancer treatment during pregnancy is possible, but both maternal and fetal interests need to be respected. Different treatment plans may be justifiable and multidisciplinary treatment is advised. Clinical trials are virtually impossible, and current evidence is mainly based on small case series and expert opinion. Individualization of treatment is necessary and based on tumor type, stage, and gestational age at time of diagnosis. Termination of pregnancy is not necessary in most cases. Surgery and chemotherapy (second trimester and onwards) are possible types of treatment during pregnancy. Radiotherapy of the pelvic area is not compatible with an ongoing pregnancy. This article discusses the current recommendations for the management of gynecological malignancies (cervical, ovarian, and vulvar cancers) during pregnancy.
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Lambertini M, Kamal NS, Peccatori FA, Del Mastro L, Azim HA. Exploring the safety of chemotherapy for treating breast cancer during pregnancy. Expert Opin Drug Saf 2015; 14:1395-408. [DOI: 10.1517/14740338.2015.1061500] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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- Andrew K McGregor
- Department of Haematology, The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Centre for Clinical Haematology, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, Nottingham, UK
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Vandenbroucke T, Verheecke M, Van Calsteren K, Han S, Claes L, Amant F. Fetal outcome after prenatal exposure to chemotherapy and mechanisms of teratogenicity compared to alcohol and smoking. Expert Opin Drug Saf 2014; 13:1653-65. [PMID: 25382454 DOI: 10.1517/14740338.2014.965677] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The treatment of cancer during pregnancy is challenging because of the involvement of two individuals and the necessity of a multidisciplinary approach. An important concern is the potential impact of chemotherapy on the developing fetus. AREAS COVERED The authors review the available literature on neonatal and long-term outcome of children prenatally exposed to chemotherapy. Chemotherapy administered during first trimester of pregnancy results in increased congenital malformations (7.5 - 17% compared to 4.1 - 6.9% background risk), whereas normal rates are found during second or third trimester. Intrauterine growth restriction is seen in 7 - 21% (compared to 10%), but children develop normal weight and height on the long term. Children are born preterm in 67.1%, compared to 4% in general population. Normal intelligence, attention, memory and behavior are reported, although intelligence tends to decrease with prematurity. Global heart function remains normal, although small differences are seen in ejection fraction, fractional shortening and some diastolic parameters. No secondary cancers or fertility problems are encountered, but follow up periods are limited. EXPERT OPINION Most evidence is based on retrospective studies with small samples and limited follow up periods, methodology and lack of control groups. A large prospective case-control study with long-term follow up is needed in which confounding factors are well considered.
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- Tineke Vandenbroucke
- KU Leuven - University of Leuven, Department of Oncology , Herestraat 49, B-3000 Leuven , Belgium +32 16 34 42 52 ; +32 16 34 42 05 ;
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Boussios S, Han S, Fruscio R, Halaska M, Ottevanger P, Peccatori F, Koubková L, Pavlidis N, Amant F. Lung cancer in pregnancy: Report of nine cases from an international collaborative study. Lung Cancer 2013; 82:499-505. [DOI: 10.1016/j.lungcan.2013.09.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 90] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2013] [Revised: 08/28/2013] [Accepted: 09/04/2013] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Leukemia in pregnancy remains a challenging therapeutic prospect. The prevalence is low at ∼1 in 10 000 pregnancies, and as a result data are limited to small retrospective series and case reports, rendering evidence-based recommendations for management strategies difficult. The management of the leukemias in pregnancy requires close collaboration with obstetric and neonatology colleagues as both the maternal and fetal outcomes must be taken into consideration. The decision to introduce or delay chemotherapy must be balanced against the impact on maternal and fetal survival and morbidity. Invariably, acute leukemia diagnosed in the first trimester necessitates intensive chemotherapy that is likely to induce fetal malformations. As delaying treatment in this situation is usually inappropriate, counseling with regard to termination of pregnancy is often essential. For chronic disease and acute leukemia diagnosed after the second trimester, therapeutic termination of the pregnancy is not inevitable and often, standard management approaches similar to those in nongravid patients can be used. Here, the management of the acute and chronic leukemias will be addressed.
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Evens AM, Advani R, Press OW, Lossos IS, Vose JM, Hernandez-Ilizaliturri FJ, Robinson BK, Otis S, Nadav Dagan L, Abdallah R, Kroll-Desrosiers A, Yarber JL, Sandoval J, Foyil K, Parker LM, Gordon LI, Blum KA, Flowers CR, Leonard JP, Habermann TM, Bartlett NL. Lymphoma Occurring During Pregnancy: Antenatal Therapy, Complications, and Maternal Survival in a Multicenter Analysis. J Clin Oncol 2013; 31:4132-9. [DOI: 10.1200/jco.2013.49.8220] [Citation(s) in RCA: 73] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Purpose Lymphoma is the fourth most frequent cancer in pregnancy; however, current clinical practice is based largely on small series and case reports. Patients and Methods In a multicenter retrospective analysis, we examined treatment, complications, and outcomes for Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) and non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) occurring during pregnancy. Results Among 90 patients (NHL, n = 50; HL, n = 40), median age was 30 years (range, 18 to 44 years) and median diagnosis occurred at 24 weeks gestation. Of patients with NHL, 52% had advanced-stage versus 25% of patients with HL (P = .01). Pregnancy was terminated in six patients. Among the other 84 patients, 28 (33%) had therapy deferred to postpartum; these patients were diagnosed at a median 30 weeks gestation. This compared with 56 patients (67%) who received antenatal therapy with median lymphoma diagnosis at 21 weeks (P < .001); 89% of these patients received combination chemotherapy. The most common preterm complication was induction of labor (33%). Gestation went to full term in 56% of patients with delivery occurring at a median of 37 weeks. There were no differences in maternal complications, perinatal events, or median infant birth weight based on deferred versus antenatal therapy. At 41 months, 3-year progression-free survival (PFS) and overall survival (OS) for NHL were 53% and 82%, respectively, and 85% and 97%, respectively, for HL. On univariate analysis for NHL, radiotherapy predicted inferior PFS, and increased lactate dehydrogenase and poor Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group performance status (ECOG PS) portended worse OS. For HL patients, nulliparous status and “B” symptoms predicted inferior PFS. Conclusion Standard (non-antimetabolite) combination chemotherapy administered past the first trimester, as early as 13 weeks gestation, was associated with few complications and expected maternal survival with lymphoma occurring during pregnancy.
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- Andrew M. Evens
- Andrew M. Evens, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston; Aimee Kroll-Desrosiers, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA; Ranjana Advani and Stavroula Otis, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA; Oliver W. Press and Linda M. Parker, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA; Izidore S. Lossos, Liat Nadav Dagan, and Jose Sandoval, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL; Julie M. Vose, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; Francisco J
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- Andrew M. Evens, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston; Aimee Kroll-Desrosiers, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA; Ranjana Advani and Stavroula Otis, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA; Oliver W. Press and Linda M. Parker, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA; Izidore S. Lossos, Liat Nadav Dagan, and Jose Sandoval, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL; Julie M. Vose, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; Francisco J
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- Andrew M. Evens, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston; Aimee Kroll-Desrosiers, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA; Ranjana Advani and Stavroula Otis, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA; Oliver W. Press and Linda M. Parker, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA; Izidore S. Lossos, Liat Nadav Dagan, and Jose Sandoval, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL; Julie M. Vose, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; Francisco J
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- Andrew M. Evens, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston; Aimee Kroll-Desrosiers, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA; Ranjana Advani and Stavroula Otis, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA; Oliver W. Press and Linda M. Parker, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA; Izidore S. Lossos, Liat Nadav Dagan, and Jose Sandoval, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL; Julie M. Vose, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; Francisco J
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- Andrew M. Evens, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston; Aimee Kroll-Desrosiers, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA; Ranjana Advani and Stavroula Otis, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA; Oliver W. Press and Linda M. Parker, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA; Izidore S. Lossos, Liat Nadav Dagan, and Jose Sandoval, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL; Julie M. Vose, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; Francisco J
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- Andrew M. Evens, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston; Aimee Kroll-Desrosiers, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA; Ranjana Advani and Stavroula Otis, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA; Oliver W. Press and Linda M. Parker, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA; Izidore S. Lossos, Liat Nadav Dagan, and Jose Sandoval, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL; Julie M. Vose, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; Francisco J
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- Andrew M. Evens, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston; Aimee Kroll-Desrosiers, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA; Ranjana Advani and Stavroula Otis, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA; Oliver W. Press and Linda M. Parker, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA; Izidore S. Lossos, Liat Nadav Dagan, and Jose Sandoval, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL; Julie M. Vose, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; Francisco J
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- Andrew M. Evens, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston; Aimee Kroll-Desrosiers, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA; Ranjana Advani and Stavroula Otis, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA; Oliver W. Press and Linda M. Parker, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA; Izidore S. Lossos, Liat Nadav Dagan, and Jose Sandoval, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL; Julie M. Vose, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; Francisco J
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- Andrew M. Evens, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston; Aimee Kroll-Desrosiers, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA; Ranjana Advani and Stavroula Otis, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA; Oliver W. Press and Linda M. Parker, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA; Izidore S. Lossos, Liat Nadav Dagan, and Jose Sandoval, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL; Julie M. Vose, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; Francisco J
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- Andrew M. Evens, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston; Aimee Kroll-Desrosiers, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA; Ranjana Advani and Stavroula Otis, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA; Oliver W. Press and Linda M. Parker, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA; Izidore S. Lossos, Liat Nadav Dagan, and Jose Sandoval, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL; Julie M. Vose, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; Francisco J
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- Andrew M. Evens, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston; Aimee Kroll-Desrosiers, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA; Ranjana Advani and Stavroula Otis, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA; Oliver W. Press and Linda M. Parker, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA; Izidore S. Lossos, Liat Nadav Dagan, and Jose Sandoval, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL; Julie M. Vose, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; Francisco J
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- Andrew M. Evens, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston; Aimee Kroll-Desrosiers, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA; Ranjana Advani and Stavroula Otis, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA; Oliver W. Press and Linda M. Parker, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA; Izidore S. Lossos, Liat Nadav Dagan, and Jose Sandoval, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL; Julie M. Vose, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; Francisco J
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- Andrew M. Evens, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston; Aimee Kroll-Desrosiers, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA; Ranjana Advani and Stavroula Otis, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA; Oliver W. Press and Linda M. Parker, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA; Izidore S. Lossos, Liat Nadav Dagan, and Jose Sandoval, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL; Julie M. Vose, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; Francisco J
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- Andrew M. Evens, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston; Aimee Kroll-Desrosiers, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA; Ranjana Advani and Stavroula Otis, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA; Oliver W. Press and Linda M. Parker, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA; Izidore S. Lossos, Liat Nadav Dagan, and Jose Sandoval, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL; Julie M. Vose, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; Francisco J
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- Andrew M. Evens, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston; Aimee Kroll-Desrosiers, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA; Ranjana Advani and Stavroula Otis, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA; Oliver W. Press and Linda M. Parker, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA; Izidore S. Lossos, Liat Nadav Dagan, and Jose Sandoval, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL; Julie M. Vose, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; Francisco J
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- Andrew M. Evens, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston; Aimee Kroll-Desrosiers, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA; Ranjana Advani and Stavroula Otis, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA; Oliver W. Press and Linda M. Parker, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA; Izidore S. Lossos, Liat Nadav Dagan, and Jose Sandoval, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL; Julie M. Vose, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; Francisco J
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- Andrew M. Evens, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston; Aimee Kroll-Desrosiers, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA; Ranjana Advani and Stavroula Otis, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA; Oliver W. Press and Linda M. Parker, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA; Izidore S. Lossos, Liat Nadav Dagan, and Jose Sandoval, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL; Julie M. Vose, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; Francisco J
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- Andrew M. Evens, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston; Aimee Kroll-Desrosiers, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA; Ranjana Advani and Stavroula Otis, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA; Oliver W. Press and Linda M. Parker, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA; Izidore S. Lossos, Liat Nadav Dagan, and Jose Sandoval, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL; Julie M. Vose, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; Francisco J
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- Andrew M. Evens, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston; Aimee Kroll-Desrosiers, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA; Ranjana Advani and Stavroula Otis, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA; Oliver W. Press and Linda M. Parker, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA; Izidore S. Lossos, Liat Nadav Dagan, and Jose Sandoval, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL; Julie M. Vose, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; Francisco J
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- Andrew M. Evens, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston; Aimee Kroll-Desrosiers, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA; Ranjana Advani and Stavroula Otis, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA; Oliver W. Press and Linda M. Parker, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA; Izidore S. Lossos, Liat Nadav Dagan, and Jose Sandoval, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL; Julie M. Vose, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; Francisco J
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- Andrew M. Evens, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston; Aimee Kroll-Desrosiers, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA; Ranjana Advani and Stavroula Otis, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA; Oliver W. Press and Linda M. Parker, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA; Izidore S. Lossos, Liat Nadav Dagan, and Jose Sandoval, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL; Julie M. Vose, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE; Francisco J
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Vadaparampil ST, Hutchins NM, Quinn GP. Reproductive health in the adolescent and young adult cancer patient: an innovative training program for oncology nurses. JOURNAL OF CANCER EDUCATION : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR CANCER EDUCATION 2013; 28:197-208. [PMID: 23225072 PMCID: PMC3610840 DOI: 10.1007/s13187-012-0435-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/24/2023]
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In 2008, approximately 69,200 adolescents and young adults (AYAs) were diagnosed with cancer, second only to heart disease for males in this age group. Despite recent guidelines from professional organizations and clinical research that AYA oncology patients want information about reproductive health topics and physician support for nurses to address these issues with patients, existing research finds few oncology nurses discuss this topic with patients due to barriers such as lack of training. This article describes an innovative eLearning training program, entitled Educating Nurses about Reproductive Issues in Cancer Healthcare. The threefold purpose of this article is to: (1) highlight major reproductive health concerns relevant to cancer patients, (2) describe the current status of reproductive health and oncology communication and the target audience for the training, and (3) present a systematic approach to curriculum development, including the content analysis and design stages as well as the utilization of feedback from a panel of experts. The resulting 10-week curriculum contains a broad-based approach to reproductive health communication aimed at creating individual- and practice-level change.
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Gui T, Cao D, Shen K, Yang J, Fu C, Lang J, Liu X. Management and outcome of ovarian malignancy complicating pregnancy: an analysis of 41 cases and review of the literature. Clin Transl Oncol 2012; 15:548-54. [PMID: 23150218 DOI: 10.1007/s12094-012-0965-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2012] [Accepted: 10/22/2012] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aims of this study are to summarize our experience of managing ovarian malignancy complicating pregnancy, to discuss the maternal and fetal outcomes, and to review the literature concerned. METHODS Forty-one patients with ovarian malignancies complicating pregnancy at Peking Union Medical College Hospital between 1990 and 2012 were retrospectively reviewed. RESULTS Of the 41 patients, malignancies included epithelial ovarian cancers (13/41, 31.7 %), epithelial borderline ovarian tumors (12/41, 29.3 %), ovarian malignant germ cell tumors (10/41, 24.4 %), sexcord stromal tumors (3/41, 7.3 %), metastatic ovarian tumors (2/41, 4.9 %), and primary ovarian choriocarcinoma (1/41, 2.4 %). The median overall survival was 30 months (range 3-165), with an overall mortality rate of 24.4 %. The pregnancy outcomes included termination in the first trimester (8/41, 19.5 %), full-term vaginal delivery (7/41, 17.0 %), full-term cesarean section (17/41, 41.5 %), and therapeutic cesarean section for premature birth (9/41, 22.0 %). One preterm newborn died, and the remaining 32 survived in healthy status. All patients underwent surgery, and those who deliberately delayed radical surgery had gloomy prognosis. Two patients received chemotherapy during pregnancy, and 24 patients started chemotherapy after pregnancy termination. CONCLUSIONS Management priority should be given to the malignancy of ovarian tumors at any stage of pregnancy. Surgical intervention is the main treatment modality, and delaying of radical surgery is not recommended for patients with suspicion of high malignancy. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment could offer satisfactory prognosis.
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- T Gui
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Peking Union Medical College, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100730, China
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